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The HR Happy Hour Show, as well as HR Market Watch, Radical Research, Inclusion Crusade, The HR Happy Hour on Alexa Show, and The HR Happy Hour WORK BREAK.

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Health Benefits in 2024: Higher Premiums and Impact from GLP-1 Medications

In this episode Steve shares data from a new survey on company sponsored healthcare benefits in 2024 – premiums continue to rise, and most companies still are not covering GLP-1 medications when prescribed for weight loss.

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H3 LIVE in the Paychex Booth at HR Tech – Episode 443

Steve visited with the Paychex team in their booth at the HR Technology Conference to celebrate their product of the year award.

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Home Depot Corporate Staff Ordered to Work 8-Hour In-Store Shifts

In this episode Steve discusses how Home Depot has directed all corporate staff, including remote workers, to work one 8-hour shift per quarter in the company’s retail stores. The goal is to have corporate staff better understand the core business challenges and get closer to the customer and frontline worker experience.

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Long COVID Keeping Many Younger Workers Out of the Workforce

In this episode Steve discusses results from a recent Yale University study showing the potential impact of long COVID on the workforce. As many as 2 million US workers could be dealing with these challenges.

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AI in HR Tech: The Latest from Workday Rising

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At Least Seven Major Companies Have Backed Away from DEI Initiatives

In this episode Steve discusses how several major companies including Ford, John Deere, and Tractor Supply have eliminated or significantly altered previous DEI programs and initiatives in the face of increased online pressure.

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H3 LIVE in the Experian Employer Services Booth at HR Tech – Episode 442

Steve visited with the Experian Employer Services team in their booth at the HR Technology Conference to celebrate their product of the year award.

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Ensuring Compliance with Your Holiday Hiring

In this episode Trish discusses how organizations can prepare for holiday hiring.

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HR Tech 2024: Exploring Major Themes in AI and HR Technology

Today, Steve and Trish were at the 2024 HR Technology Conference in Las Vegas. They met with Mervyn Dinnen to catch up on current trends and topics that are top of mind.

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Holiday Hiring Season 2024: Target, Walmart Set to Add Thousands of Workers

In this episode Steve discusses 2024 holiday season hiring plans announcec by major companies like Target, Walmart, Amazon and more – all looking to add thousands of seasonal workers.

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